Perspectives
According to the Global Nonwoven Markets Report (2023–2028), spunlaid and needlepunch techniques drove a 5.4% yearly increase in nonwoven output between 2013 and 2023. With a 9.4% yearly rise and a contribution of 4.5 million tonnes, China led this expansion. Strong demand is also seen in the transportation, medical, and wiping industries, according to the research.
According to the Global Nonwoven Markets Report, a thorough survey and outlook, 2023–2028, published by INDA, the association of the nonwoven fabrics industry, and EDANA, the voice of nonwovens, the nonwoven production grew at an annual rate of 5.4% between 2013 and 2023, with notable growth being driven by the spunlaid and needlepunch processes.
This most recent version provides a thorough examination of supply and demand patterns, global nonwoven macro factors, and an extended section on regional commerce. Over the next five years, the research projects a consistent increase in demand for nonwovens across important industries.
China contributed an extra 4.5 million tonnes, representing an excellent 9.4% annual growth rate, between 2013 and 2023, playing a crucial role in propelling the expansion of nonwoven manufacturing worldwide. According to the research, this increase in production was supported by a notable gain in nonwoven end-use applications, with the wipes, medical, and transportation sectors seeing the highest development.
The report’s co-authors, Mark Snider, chief market and industry analyst at INDA, and Jacques Prigneaux, director of market analysis and economic affairs at EDANA, stated that the worldwide nonwovens sector is evolving favourably due to efforts towards innovation and sustainable goods.
For North America, Greater Europe, Asia, and South America, this research provides a thorough analysis of regional demographics, production projections, technology developments, and investment outlooks. It also offers insights into upcoming industry trends, end-use segmentation, and an economic trade analysis.
“INDA and EDANA, as strategic partners, are dedicated to long-term expansion and innovation throughout the nonwovens supply chain. Tony Fragnito, president of INDA, stated, “This report represents our collective best estimate on future demand, based on sound macro-economic analysis.” “This Global Nonwoven Markets Report is a crucial planning tool for everyone engaged in supply chain strategy for nonwovens.”
The need for trustworthy market data and predictive information is essential to running a profitable company. EDANA general manager Murat Dogru stated, “This new report, created by our two leading nonwovens industry associations, is based on decades of experience, careful observation, and direct data collection from hundreds of companies.” “Made by the industry for the industry, it is the most authoritative, dependable, and distinct source of nonwoven data available.”